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In a world where research is valued above all, how do teaching and outreach experiences influence careers?

Hard data on PSM graduates are scanty, but anecdotal evidence of their success abounds.

Why do we require scientists to write badly?

The infectious disease expert and recipient of Science's 2011 Breakthrough of the Year award reflects on his career and some keys to success.

The cancer vaccine field is growing rapidly, offering ample opportunities for graduate students and postdocs to grow their careers.

The extra skills you need to get attention from industry don't have to cost an arm and a leg.

Researchers have much to gain from involving citizens as research partners.

Scientists working with patient-advocacy groups need to set legal and ethical guidelines so interactions can be mutually beneficial.

The Journal of Negative Results in BioMedicine is only the beginning.

As big-pharma jobs disappear, pharma scientists are landing at start-ups, launching their own, or joining academia.

A Spanish molecular nanotechnology researcher, TR35 Innovator of the Year, company founder, and policy adviser encourages early-career scientists to incite scientific revolutions.

A good mentor at each career stage can greatly enhance your professional and personal achievement.

As a “home away from home” for many scientists, labs are replete with interpersonal dynamics. But PI’s can help set a positive tone.

A more relaxed, decisive, and authoritative voice can be a definite asset in a scientific career.

Synthetic biologist Ron Weiss has moved from programming computers to programming cells.

B.S.- and M.S.-level professionals are finding more and more opportunities in industry and are often considered strategically important to a company’s growth.

A former Silicon Valley entrepreneur found his calling helping biotech-derived therapies reach those who need them most.

Kimberly Powers's epidemiological research on HIV helped set the stage for this year's Science Breakthrough of the Year.

Looking for something really different? Consider a career in alchemy, Lysenkoism, diluvial geology -- or invent your own!

In a large country with many voices, the government, the academic community, and grassroots groups all have ideas and advice for young scientists.